When the economy hits your wallet, it’s not always easy to stock up on those more expensive beauty brands.

Celebrity hair expert Barry Reitman, who home base is the exclusive Kevin Josephson Salon in Beverly Hills, says he hears it all the time:

In these tighter financial times, my clients are asking which drug store products will match the effectiveness of their higher-end counterparts. Even here in Beverly Hills, people are conscious of saving a few dollars where they can.

Below are Barry’s favorite prestige products, along with their effective drug store alternatives:

Shampoo

BARRY’S FAVORITE: Shine & Protect Shampoo by Ojon- $22

A moisturizing cleanser that restores shine, nourishes and protects color treated/natural hair.

REPLACE WITH Cream Lather Shampoo by Neutrogena- $5.99

This cream cleanser dissolves impurities while infusing hair with much needed moisture.

Conditioner

BARRY’S FAVORITE: Volume Luscious Bodifying Conditioner by Nexxus- $12.99

Boosts hair’s thickness and shine using Ginseng and Flax Seed Oil.

REPLACE WITH: Very Volumizing Pomegranate and Soy Conditioner by Burts Bees- $8.00

Lift and volumize the hair with a gentle, 97% natural conditioner.

Hair Spray

BARRY’S FAVORITE: Firm Finish Strong Hold Hair Spray by Mop- $20

This environmentally friendly aerosol hairspray delivers strong, long-lasting hold.

REPLACE WITH: Volumizing Hairspray by Clairol- $3.99

Lift, shine, and control hair without the stickiness.

Styling Products

BARRY’S FAVORITE: Heat Seeking Liquid Hair Plumper by T3- $28

Creates thicker and shinier hair in minutes.

REPLACE WITH: Volume Mousse by Pantene Pro-V- $4.19

Formulated with shine enhancers which leaves the hair soft and silky, while holding the style.

Tools

BARRY’S FAVORITE: Tourmaline Pro Hair Dryer by T3- $119

Reduces drying time and gives hair a shiny finish.

REPLACE WITH: Tourmaline Ionic 1875 Watt Hair Dryer by Revlon- $28.95

Ionic technology helps smooth, shine, and moisturize the hair.

About Barry Reitman

Barry Reitman has over 25 years of experience servicing celebrity and dignitary clients both in the United States and internationally. During the course of his career, he has been featured in LA Confidential, O-The Oprah Magazine, Marie Claire and on MTV, TLC, E!, Style Network, Fox news and EXTRA. He has designed hair for major awards shows and fashion shows. Barry’s appointment book is full months in advance because of what fellow stylists say is “his innate ability to identify and create a personal look for each client.”